Alaska Airlines named best inflight food and beverage by business traveler north America

Nov. 26, 2024 — Craving the best food in the sky? Try Alaska Airlines. The airline has been honored with the best inflight food and beverage award by Business Traveler north America. With input from the flying public as well as experienced industry professionals, Alaska Airlines had the following food and beverage offerings recognized.  

Cloud Cruiser Craft Beer  

Alaska’s commitment to highlighting its West Coast heritage can be seen throughout their food and beverage portfolio but is particularly seen in the beverage category. The Cloud Cruiser craft beer served on Alaska is from brewery Fremont Brewing. This unique craft beer also showcases one of a kind can artwork by featuring an Alaska Airlines logo on the can.

Hot Meals Return 

Earlier this year, Alaska added hot meals back to the inflight menu on flights greater than 1,100 miles, said the airline. Availability options may vary based on flight route, arrival and departure airport, etc. Additionally, certain food and beverage offerings may be preordered only, which can be done from 2 weeks up till 24 hours before departure.  

Carnitas Breakfast Bowl
📍Eastbound flights and to Hawaii (Breakfast departures)
Slow-roasted pull pork and salsa verde, with a side of breakfast potatoes and fresh scrambled eggs Photo: Ingrid Barrentine / Alaska Airlines

Pretzel Roll Sliders with Chips 📍Westbound flights and from Hawaii (Lunch/Dinner departures) Two Angus beef patties on KING’S HAWAIIAN® Original Sweet Pretzel Slider Buns with caramelized onions and Swiss cheese. Served with kettle-style chips. Photo: Ingrid Barrentine / Alaska Airlines

Monte Cristo Breakfast Sandwich 📍Westbound flights and from Hawaii (Breakfast departures) Smoked turkey breast, sliced ham & Swiss cheese served on a square croissant bun with cream cheese & raspberry jam Photo: Ingrid Barrentine / Alaska Airlines

Panang Curry Chicken 📍Eastbound flights and to Hawaii (Lunch/Dinner departures) Red coconut curry with grilled chicken breast and jasmine rice. Topped with edamame beans, sweet red peppers and onions Photo: Ingrid Barrentine / Alaska Airlines

Beverage Refresh 

Beginning, Nov. 20 a non-alcoholic sparkling water brewed with hops known as Lagunitas Hoppy Refresher is available for purchase in the main cabin and is complimentary in first class and premium class. The drink has a crisp and citrusy taste.  

 First Class Dinning  

Alaska flights departing from SFO (San Francisco) to JFK (New York) can enjoy a new dining experience in first class. Partnering with Chef Brandon Jew who is the owner of Mister Jiu a seven-time michelin-star restaurant, the updated menu features modern Chinese American cuisine delivering an award-winning experience in the sky.  

Photo: Ingrid Barrentine / Alaska Airlines

Photo: Ingrid Barrentine / Alaska Airlines